Smadar’s Booking Booklet
Pacific Northwest Adventure 2025
Trip Overview & Emergency Contacts
Travelers: Aviv & Smadar
Duration: August 3-12, 2025 (departing Seattle Aug 12)
Total Distance: 1,049 miles | Total Driving Time: 20.4 hours
Emergency Contact: Gil & Camila (traveling companions)
UPDATED BOOKING PRIORITIES
✅ COMPLETED: Kimpton Bozeman (Aug 3-5) - Two King Rooms
✅ COMPLETED: Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge (Aug 11) - Stargazers Tent
REMAINING URGENT PRIORITIES:
FLIGHTS - August 3rd to Bozeman (~$109/person vs $349 Aug 4th)
LA CASA ITALIANA McCall - Book the condo for Aug 6-8
The Jennings Hotel Joseph - Little Brick Building + Room #11 for Aug 8-9
LEG 1: Bozeman, Montana
August 3-4, 2025 | 2 Nights
Arrival Route: Flight to Bozeman-Yellowstone International (BZN)
BOOKING STATUS: ✅ BOOKED!
Hotel: Kimpton Armory Hotel Bozeman
Address: 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT 59715
Phone: (406) 551-7700 | Website: kimptonarmoryhotel.com
CONFIRMED: Two King Rooms for August 3-5, 2025
Status: ✅ SUCCESSFULLY BOOKED BY SMADAR
ROUTE INFORMATION
Arrival: Fly into Bozeman-Yellowstone International (BZN)
Departure: Drive to Missoula (202 mi, 2h 58m)
FLIGHT BOOKING (STILL NEEDED)
To Bozeman (August 3rd):
- RECOMMENDED: Morning flight JFK→BZN
- Cost: $109/person (SAVE $240 vs Aug 4th)
- Flight Time: 5h 5m direct Delta
- URGENT: Book immediately for savings
DINING RESERVATIONS NEEDED
- Blackbird Kitchen - Wood-fired Argentine lamb (dinner reservation recommended)
- Montana Ale Works - Local brewery in historic railroad building
- Wild Crumb Bakery - European-style breakfast breads
ACTIVITIES TO BOOK
- Museum of the Rockies - Dinosaur exhibits (no reservation needed)
- Montana State University Campus - Self-guided tour available
- Downtown Bozeman Walking Tour - Check with hotel concierge
LEG 1: Bozeman Walking Map
WALKING DESTINATIONS (Color-Coded)
Hotel: ■ Kimpton Armory Hotel (Red Square)
Within Walking Distance:
■ Main Street Historic District (shaded red area)
● Wild Crumb Bakery (orange circle)
● Blackbird Kitchen (green circle)
● Montana Ale Works (blue circle)
● Bogert Park (purple circle)
LEG 2: Missoula, Montana
August 5, 2025 | 1 Night
Driving Route: Bozeman → Missoula (202 mi, 2h 58m)
BOOKING DETAILS
Hotel: AC Hotel Missoula Downtown
Address: 200 S Pattee St, Missoula, MT 59802
Phone: (406) 541-8000
Website: marriott.com/en-us/hotels/msoac-ac-hotel-missoula-downtown
Rate: $455/night per room (need 2 rooms) | Total: $910
Room Request: “High floor, west-facing corner room with panoramic city views”
ROUTE INFORMATION
From: Bozeman, MT | Distance: 202 miles | Drive Time: 2h 58m
Next Day: Drive to Jerry Johnson Hot Springs (66 mi, 1h 20m)
DINING RESERVATIONS NEEDED
- Le Petit Outre - French bistro (dinner reservation recommended)
- Plonk Wine Bar - Montana wine selection
- Ask hotel concierge for local brewery recommendations
ACTIVITIES
- Clark Fork Riverfront Trail - Riverside walking path
- University of Montana - Historic campus exploration
- Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation - Wildlife education center
LEG 2: Missoula Walking Map
WALKING DESTINATIONS (Color-Coded)
Hotel: ■ AC Hotel Missoula Downtown (Red Square)
Within Walking Distance:
● Clark Fork Riverfront Trail (blue circle)
● Le Petit Outre (orange circle)
● Plonk Wine Bar (purple circle)
● University of Montana (green circle)
● Missoula Art Museum (red circle)
LEG 3: McCall, Idaho
August 6-8, 2025 | 2 Nights
Driving Route: Missoula → Jerry Johnson → McCall (256 mi total, 5h 9m with hot springs stop)
BOOKING DETAILS
Property: LA CASA ITALIANA - Charming Tri-Level Condo
Location: Downtown McCall, ID
Rate: $360/night - TOTAL $1,080 for 3 nights (Aug 6-8)
Type: Condominium - 6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Booking: Vacation rental platforms - Search “La Casa Italiana McCall”
ROUTE INFORMATION
August 6: Missoula → Jerry Johnson Hot Springs (66 mi, 1h 20m)
Stop: Jerry Johnson Hot Springs (day visit - FREE, 6 AM-8 PM)
Continue: Jerry Johnson → McCall (190 mi, 3h 49m)
CONDO ADVANTAGES
- Full kitchen for meal preparation | Fireplace for cozy evenings
- Downtown location - walk to shops, restaurants, Payette Lake
- Much more space than hotel rooms | Cost savings vs Shore Lodge
HOT SPRINGS DAY TRIPS
- Jerry Johnson Hot Springs - Rock pools, 60-foot walk from parking
- Burgdorf Hot Springs - Historic resort ($20/adult, reservations required)
- Gold Fork Hot Springs - Six tiered pools ($10/adult)
LEG 3: McCall Walking Map
WALKING DESTINATIONS (Color-Coded)
Accommodation: ■ LA CASA ITALIANA Condo (Red Square)
Within Walking Distance:
● Payette Lake Beach (blue circle)
■ Downtown McCall (shaded red area)
● Smoky Mountain Pizzeria (green circle)
● Legacy Park (purple circle)
● McCall Activity Barn (orange circle)
LEG 4: Joseph, Oregon
August 8-9, 2025 | 2 Nights
Driving Route: McCall → Joseph (166 mi, 4h 19m through mountain roads)
BOOKING DETAILS - TWO ROOMS
Hotel: The Jennings Hotel
Address: 100 Main St, Joseph, OR 97846
ROOM 1: The Little Brick Building - $754 for 2 nights
Features: Historic brick cottage with full kitchen, private bath
ROOM 2: Room #11 - Private Bath, Self Check-in - $580 for 2 nights
Features: Private bathroom, self check-in convenience
TOTAL FOR BOTH ROOMS: $1,334 for 2 nights
ROUTE INFORMATION
From: McCall, ID | Distance: 166 miles | Drive Time: 4h 19m
Stop En Route: Lostine, OR (M. Crow & Co. Store)
BOOKING LANGUAGE
“We would like to book TWO rooms for August 8-10, 2025: The Little Brick Building ($754) and Room #11 ($580). Total booking $1,334 for both rooms, 2 nights.”
LEG 4: Joseph Walking Map
WALKING DESTINATIONS (Color-Coded)
Hotel: ■ The Jennings Hotel (Red Square)
Within Walking Distance:
● Valley Bronze of Oregon (working foundry)
● Embers Brewhouse (local brewery)
■ Main Street Historic District
● Lear’s Main Street Grill (local dining)
● Town Park (community space)
LOSTINE DAY TRIP (8 miles from Joseph)
LOSTINE WALKING DESTINATIONS
● M. Crow & Co. General Store (internationally renowned design)
● Lostine Tavern (authentic Western atmosphere)
LEG 5: Walla Walla, Washington
August 10, 2025 | 1 Night
Driving Route: Joseph → Walla Walla (109 mi, 2h 11m to wine country)
BOOKING DETAILS
Resort: Eritage Resort
Address: 1000 N 2nd Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Phone: Search needed - try (509) 394-4700
Rate: $400-600/night (wine country resort)
Room Request: “Lake View Balcony Suite with private balcony overlooking wine country”
ROUTE INFORMATION
From: Joseph, OR | Distance: 109 miles | Drive Time: 2h 11m
Next Day: Drive to Columbia River Gorge (205 mi, 3h 37m)
WINE RESERVATIONS NEEDED
- Vineyard tours - Multiple wineries available
- Wine tastings - Resort provides complimentary 4 PM daily tastings
- Champagne brunch - Sunday late checkout special
SPECIAL RESORT SERVICES
- Late checkout Sunday for champagne brunch
- Sommelier service - Private wine consultations
- Vineyard transportation - Arrange through concierge
LEG 5: Walla Walla Walking Map
WALKING DESTINATIONS (Color-Coded)
Hotel: ■ Eritage Resort (Red Square)
Within Walking Distance:
■ Downtown Historic District (wine country charm)
● Farmers Market (Saturday market)
● Colville Street Patisserie (French pastries)
● Pioneer Park (historic recreation)
● Wine Tasting Rooms (multiple downtown locations)
LEG 6: Columbia River Gorge
August 11, 2025 | 1 Night
Driving Route: Walla Walla → Columbia River Gorge (205 mi, 3h 37m scenic drive)
BOOKING STATUS: ✅ BOOKED!
Glamping: Under Canvas Columbia River
Address: 1681 Little White Salmon Rd, Cook, WA 98605
Website: undercanvas.com
CONFIRMED: King bed with bathroom, Stargazers tent for August 11, 2025
Status: ✅ SUCCESSFULLY BOOKED BY SMADAR
ROUTE INFORMATION
From: Walla Walla, WA | Distance: 205 miles | Drive Time: 3h 37m
Next Day: Drive to Seattle (110 mi, 2h 10m)
SPECIAL EXPERIENCES
- Stargazer Experience - Private astronomer on clear nights
- Waterfall tours - Multiple Columbia River Gorge waterfalls
- Scenic gorge drives - Historic Columbia River Highway
DINING & ACTIVITIES
- Thunder Island Brewing - Local brewery with river views
- Camp dining - Under Canvas provides campfire cooking
- Morning coffee - Served at fire pit starting 6 AM
LEG 6: Columbia River Gorge Walking Map
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE WALKING AREA
Glamping: ■ Under Canvas Columbia River (Red Square)
Within Walking Distance:
● Bridge of the Gods (iconic Columbia River bridge)
● Thunder Island Brewing (local brewery, river views)
● Bonneville Lock and Dam (engineering marvel)
● Columbia River Trail (riverside trails)
● Gorge Waterfront Park (scenic walking/biking)
LEG 7: Seattle, Washington
August 12, 2025 (Departure Day)
Driving Route: Columbia River Gorge → Seattle (110 mi, 2h 10m to departure)
BOOKING DETAILS
FLIGHT BOOKING (PRIORITY):
- From Seattle (August 12th): Afternoon/evening flight SEA→JFK
- Cost: $249/person | Flight Time: 5h 28m direct Delta
- Book Through: Delta.com or travel agent
OPTIONAL OVERNIGHT (if late flight):
Hotel: The Fairmont Olympic Seattle
Address: 411 University St, Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 621-1700 | Rate: $400-600/night
ROUTE INFORMATION
From: Columbia River Gorge | Distance: 110 miles | Drive Time: 2h 10m
PRE-DEPARTURE ACTIVITIES
- Pike Place Market - Morning visit before flight
- Seattle waterfront - Final Pacific Northwest views
- Coffee culture - Starbucks Reserve or local roasters
AIRPORT LOGISTICS
- Car Return - Allow 2+ hours before flight
- Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) - Large airport, arrive early
LEG 7: Seattle Walking Map
WALKING DESTINATIONS (Color-Coded)
Hotel: ■ The Fairmont Olympic Seattle (Red Square)
Within Walking Distance:
● Pike Place Market (iconic market)
● Seattle Art Museum (Pacific Northwest art)
■ Pioneer Square (historic district)
● Waterfront Park (Elliott Bay access)
● Grand Central Bakery (artisan breads)
Quick Reference: All Booking Contacts
COMPLETED BOOKINGS ✅
- Kimpton Armory Hotel Bozeman (Aug 3-5) - Two King Rooms
- Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge (Aug 11) - Stargazers Tent
REMAINING TO BOOK
| Location | Hotel | Phone | Rate/Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missoula | AC Hotel Downtown | (406) 541-8000 | $455 |
| McCall | LA CASA ITALIANA Condo | Vacation rental platform | $360/night |
| Joseph | Little Brick Building + Room #11 | Book direct | $667/night (both) |
| Walla Walla | Eritage Resort | Contact needed | $400-600 |
| Seattle | Fairmont Olympic | (206) 621-1700 | $400-600 |
ESTIMATED TOTAL COSTS
Flights: $716 per couple ($109 + $249 × 2)
Hotels: $2,890 for 8 nights total
Meals/Activities: $1,000-1,500
TOTAL ESTIMATE: $4,606-5,106 per couple
BOOKING STRATEGY
- Book flights IMMEDIATELY (save $280+ per couple) - HIGHEST PRIORITY
- LA CASA ITALIANA McCall (Aug 6-8) - Book the downtown condo
- The Jennings Hotel Joseph (Aug 8-9) - Both rooms
- Remaining accommodations - Missoula, Walla Walla, Seattle
- Consider travel insurance for peace of mind
Created for Smadar’s Pacific Northwest Adventure
Safe travels and amazing experiences ahead!